What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury is to line 28 bus and line 200 bus which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Tilbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Tilbury. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at Christchurch Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Tilbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southend Central and arriving at Tilbury Town. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Tilbury is 20 miles. The road distance is 21.6 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury?

The train from Southend Central to Tilbury Town takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Victoria Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury train services, operated by c2c, depart from Southend Central station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury is to train which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and line 200 bus, which costs £4 - £6 and takes 2h.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury train services, operated by c2c, arrive at Tilbury Town station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury is 22 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury.

How do I get a train ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury?

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Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 28 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Central to Tilbury Towntrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
32 min
£6–15
Line 28 bus, line 200 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Christchurch Roadbus 200
2h
£4–6
Drive 21.5 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Tilburycar 21.5 mi
28 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southend-on-Sea to Tilburytaxi 21.5 mi
28 min
£50–65

Southend-on-Sea to Tilbury by train

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Tilbury, England?

c2c operates a train from Southend Central to Tilbury Town hourly. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to Christchurch Road via Bus Station in around 2h.

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